Mixing and Mastering
A great recording is only half the battle. To compete on global streaming platforms like Spotify and Boomplay, your music needs the depth, width, and “loudness” of a professional mix. Ratina Studios provides high-end Mixing & Mastering services both in-person in Ruiru and through our convenient online portal.
The Mix (Balance & Depth): Our engineers don’t just “fader push.” We use advanced EQ, compression, and spatial effects to give every instrument its own home in the stereo field. We specialize in bringing out the “punch” in Kenyan percussion and the “clarity” in African vocals.
The Master (Power & Consistency): The final step ensures your music sounds incredible on everything from club speakers to smartphone earbuds. We optimize your levels for industry standards (LUFS), ensuring your track is ready for radio rotation and digital distribution.
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At Ratina Studios, we understand that great audio is the backbone of any successful project. Our audio mixing and mastering process blends creativity and technical precision to ensure your content stands out.
Here’s why clients trust us:
Experienced Engineers
Our team has years of experience mixing audio for diverse genres and formats.
Fast Turnaround
Get your project mixed and ready without compromising quality.
Affordable Pricing
Professional audio mixing that fits your budget, no matter the scope.
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Audio Mixing
Sculpting Each Element to Shine
Mixing is where your multitrack recordings become a cohesive, musical statement. A professional mix ensures that:
- Vocals sit perfectly in the mix
- Instruments have clarity and separation
- Depth and spatial balance enhance emotional impact
- Dynamics and groove carry the feeling forward
Our engineers craft mixes that preserve the soul of your performance while elevating sonic clarity and musical intent.
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Mastering
Preparing Music for the World
Mastering is the final polish — the step that makes your track translate consistently across all platforms and playback systems.
In mastering we:
- Enhance overall loudness without sacrificing dynamics
- Ensure clarity and punch on phones, laptops, speakers, and radios
- Improve frequency balance and stereo width
- Optimize your files for digital release standards
Start your Mixing & Mastering project with Ratina Studios today.
Your audio deserves more than automated “boosts.”It deserves precision, personality, and purpose — finished by professionals who respect your sound.
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Audio Mixing for Videos and Film
Great films deserve great sound. Our audio mixing for film ensures dialogue, sound effects, and music blend seamlessly to enhance storytelling. We work with short films, feature films, documentaries, and commercials to deliver immersive audio experiences.
- 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound mixing
- Dialogue cleanup and ADR integration
- Foley and sound effect synchronization
How Our Service Work
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Submit Your Files
Whether you recorded your tracks in our Ruiru live room or are sending stems for online mixing, we begin by consolidating your files. We ensure every “track” is high-resolution and perfectly aligned, setting a clean foundation for the engineering phase.
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Engineer Matching
We review your project and pair it with a mixing/mastering engineer whose expertise matches your genre and sonic goals. This is a key part of our aggregator model — you don’t get a random engineer, you get a strategic match.
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Refinement & Feedback
Once the initial mix and master are complete, we send you a high-quality preview for review. This is your opportunity to provide feedback on the balance, tone, and “punch.” We offer dedicated revisions to ensure the final sound matches your vision.
Release-Ready Files
Once approved, you receive high-quality WAV/MP3 files ready for streaming, distribution, and broadcast.
Mixing & Mastering Insights
Learn how we transform raw tracks into radio-ready hits using professional balance, tonal shaping, and loudness optimization.
Feel free to reach out for any detailed information you need. We’re dedicated to making your experience smooth and enjoyable.
Mixing is the process of balancing individual tracks (vocals, drums, etc.) so they sound harmonious together. Mastering is the final step where we polish the stereo file, ensuring it sounds professional across all playback systems like Spotify or radio.
Yes, we offer professional online audio mixing services. You can upload your stems (individual tracks) to our secure portal, and our engineers will deliver the final master digitally.
Please export all tracks as WAV files (24-bit/44.1kHz or higher). Ensure all tracks are “dry” (no reverb or delay unless it’s part of the sound design) and that they all start at the exact same point (Time 0).
Our standard turnaround time is 3 to 5 business days. We also offer “Express” services if you have a tight release deadline.
Yes, all our mixing packages include a specific number of free revisions to ensure the final product matches your creative vision perfectly.